Copyright Act (17 U.S.C.): Federal legislation governing software protection and licensing rights, essential for establishing ownership and transfer of rights in software licensing
Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA): Federal law addressing technical protection measures and digital rights management in software, relevant for protecting against circumvention of software security measures
Computer Fraud and Abuse Act: Federal legislation concerning unauthorized access and usage of computer systems, important for defining terms of access and usage restrictions
Federal Trade Commission Act: Federal consumer protection legislation that governs unfair business practices and consumer rights in software licensing
Export Administration Regulations (EAR): Federal regulations controlling the export of software and technology, crucial for international licensing considerations
Uniform Commercial Code (UCC): State-adopted uniform law, particularly Article 2, governing sales of goods and potentially applicable to software licensing transactions
State Contract Laws: Various state-specific laws governing contract formation, enforcement, and interpretation applicable to software licensing
State Data Privacy Laws: State-specific regulations governing data privacy and protection, such as CCPA in California, affecting software usage and data handling
Federal Privacy Laws: Various federal regulations governing privacy and data protection, including industry-specific requirements like HIPAA and GLBA
Patent Law: Federal laws governing patent rights and protections that may apply to software functionality and features
Trade Secret Law: Federal and state laws protecting confidential business information and proprietary software components
Trademark Law: Federal and state laws protecting software branding, names, and associated intellectual property
